In the period from about 1520 Luther and some other reformers had the backing of some powerful secular leaders - unlike in the Middle Ages, when reformers were all seen as subversives.
The Reformation was devoted to reforming the Catholic Church.
The Catholic Church
An idea of the church.
France
no they havent changed the baptist church
The church was increasingly unable suppress dissent because of education. As more people became educated, and able to read the Bible for themselves, dissent was difficult to suppress.
Positive effects of the Counter-Reformation include the revitalization of the Catholic Church, spread of education through the establishment of new schools, and increased emphasis on missionary work. Negative effects may include increased religious intolerance, use of violence to suppress dissent, and the consolidation of power within the Catholic Church.
The Catholic Church's response to the Reformation was known as the Counter-Reformation.
The printing press allowed for widespread distribution of information, ideas, and criticisms of the Catholic Church, reducing the Church's control over the spread of knowledge and challenging its authority. This made it increasingly difficult for the Church to suppress dissent and control the narrative during the revolution.
The Inquisition focused on combating heresy and suppressing dissent within the Catholic Church, often through harsh measures. The Jesuits, on the other hand, aimed to spread Catholicism through education and missionary work, emphasizing spiritual and intellectual growth. The Counter-Reformation sought to revitalize and reform the Catholic Church in response to the Protestant Reformation, addressing widespread corruption and implementing doctrinal changes.
The Reformation was devoted to reforming the Catholic Church.
In the 16th century, it was dangerous to speak your mind in regions where the Catholic Church held significant power, as any dissent against church teachings or practices could result in charges of heresy and severe punishments, including imprisonment or execution. Additionally, political dissent could also lead to punishment by ruling authorities, particularly during periods of religious conflict like the Reformation.
The Catholic Church
An idea of the church.
France
The counter reformation was the Catholic Church's way of fighting back against the protestants.
no they havent changed the baptist church